Fragment of a Nut 1933

Fernand Léger's 1933 ink drawing, "Fragment of a Nut," exemplifies the artist's interest in geometric forms and simplified representation. The work, composed of a single, bulbous nut, is rendered in a stark black against a pale background. Léger's characteristic use of thick, bold lines, reminiscent of Cubist techniques, is evident in the intricate hatching and the strong contour of the nut's form. The artwork's simplicity and focus on essential shapes offer a poignant example of Léger's mature style, which sought to capture the essence of objects in a pared-back visual language.